The NRCS is offering Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Specifically for Fiscal Year 2011, up to $150,000 is available for the Georgia State CIG competition, though individual NRCS contributions will not exceed $75,000. These funds will be awarded through a competitive statewide grants process. This grant is for eligible government or non-government organizations and individuals seeking support for projects ranging from one to three years in duration. The program aims to foster creative solutions to pressing conservation challenges, advancing sustainable resource management practices within Georgia and beyond.
Opportunity ID: 67253
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NRCS-GA-11-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Conservation Innovation Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture Energy Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.912 — Environmental Quality Incentives Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 31, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 02, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 02, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 02, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $150,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $75,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Small businesses Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses City or township governments Individuals State governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) County governments Special district governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Georgia State Office |
| Description: | NRCS requests applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. For FY 2011, up to $150,000 is available for the Georgia State CIG competition. Grants under the Georgia state component will not exceed $75,000 from NRCS. Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Applications are requested from eligible government or non-government organizations or individuals for competitive consideration of grant awards for projects between one and three years in duration. This notice identifies the objectives for CIG projects, the eligibility criteria for projects, and associated instructions needed to apply to CIG. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Conservation Innovation Grants 2011 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Sharon Gipson
State Administrative Officer Phone 706-546-2272 Email:Sharon.gipson@ga.usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 67253 Full Announcement-1 -> usdanrcsga1101.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Sharon Gipson State Administrative Officer Phone 706-546-2272 Email: Sharon.gipson@ga.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.912 | PKG00029870 | Jan 31, 2011 | Mar 02, 2011 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
67253 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
67253 SF424A-1.0.pdf
67253 SF424B-1.1.pdf
67253 SF3881-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
67253 Other-1.1.pdf
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